Important Notices & Accommodations

Program Description

This one-day contractor orientation program is intended to familiarize contractors with various policies, procedures, and standards as they relate to the work being performed on Toronto Hydro's Distribution System and/or Facilities. At the end of this course, participants will receive a certificate for overall participation.

Program Content

• EHS Safety Orientation
• Distribution System Overview
• Safety Rules & Regulations
• Rule Book
• PPE & Inspection of Rubber Equipment
• Traffic Protection, Job Planning, and Worksite Risk Assessment Overview
• Key Access
• Customer Trust
• Toronto Hydro Business Code of Conduct
• Station Hazard Awareness

Who Should Attend?

Contractors who will perform work in or around Toronto Hydro's distribution system or facilities. The contractor would not be required to "Record On" to a work permit and would be provided Level 5 Key Access (i.e., facilities-type work in stations).

Personal Protective Equipment / What to Bring

Participants must visit a station as part of the program, so they are required to bring their own CSA-approved head, eye, hand, and foot protection, as well as suitable fire-resistant clothing. Attendees will not be permitted to participate in the course if they do not bring the noted personal protective equipment and clothing.